MyCinema has not rated Sinister for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, thriller, and mystery film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Sinister in the US?

Sinister streams on Hulu, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, and 2 more, is free on Kanopy, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Sinister?

Sinister runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Is Sinister suitable for kids?

Sinister is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20121h 50mHorror / Thriller / Mystery

Sinister

Name: Sinister
Genre: Horror, Thriller, Mystery
Released: 2012-10-04
Duration: 110 min

Once you see him, nothing can save you.

True-crime writer Ellison Oswalt is in a slump; he hasn't had a best seller in more than 10 years and is becoming increasingly desperate for a hit. So, when he discovers the existence of a snuff film showing the deaths of a family, he vows to solve the mystery. He moves his own family into the victims' home and gets to work. However, when old film footage and other clues hint at the presence of a supernatural force, Ellison learns that living in the house may be fatal.

TMDB audience score

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Sinister at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 50m

At 1h 50m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Horror · Thriller · Mystery

TMDB files it under horror, thriller, and mystery.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 5 subscription services: Hulu, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, and 2 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.9 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 6,278 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Sinister tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 50m.
It is included with Hulu, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 6,278 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Sinister

Is Sinister scary?: MyCinema has not rated Sinister for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, thriller, and mystery film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Sinister in the US?: Sinister streams on Hulu, fuboTV, Peacock Premium, and 2 more, is free on Kanopy, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Sinister?: Sinister runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).
Is Sinister suitable for kids?: Sinister is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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